Senior Technician Cellular and Molecular Biology - School of Biological Sciences
Senior Technician Cellular and Molecular Biology - School of Biological Sciences
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Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity
Te Kura Mtauranga Koiora The Faculty of Science is seeking a highly motivated and capable Senior Laboratory Technician to provide teaching and research support to activities at the School of Biological Sciences.
The successful candidate will take on a varied role supporting undergraduate teaching and postgraduate study and contributing to laboratory research with a focus on cellular and molecular biology and biochemistry. You will enjoy working collaboratively and be skilled at communicating in writing and verbally with staff and students. You will also be able to work independently have strong resilience attention to detail combined with sound judgment skills and a strong focus on achieving solutions.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in fulfilling our vision and leading the work we do to ensure the principles of Te Tiriti and manaakitanga whanaungatanga and kaitiakitanga are embedded in our work environment.
The role is fulltime permanent role 37.5 hrs per week)
The remuneration is $72000 $88900 per annum dependent on skills and experience.
For more detailed information please refer to the Position Description
M t mtou rp About the team
The Faculty of Sciences Technical Services Team comprises over 100 technical staff providing specialist support to the Facultys academic staff and students across 9 of the 10 Departments. They contribute technical knowledge and expertise to research and teaching activities while ensuring the ongoing operation and compliance of a vast range of laboratories workshops teaching facilities research equipment vehicles and boats.
This position primarily supports Te Kura Mtauranga Koiora/the School of Biological Sciences (SBS). SBS currently employs 150 academic staff with over 160 research students and 1000 undergraduate and coursework students incorporating diverse research activities organised into three key discipline areas: Biomedical and Human Biology; Cellular Molecular and Physiological Biology; and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. SBS is home to the University of Aucklands first and oldest Tukana programme (est. 1991.
He krero mu About you
We are looking for someone with a Postgraduate degree in Biochemistry Molecular Biology or other relevant field as well as at least four years practical experience in a research environment.
You will need to have:
- Scientific expertise in biochemistry molecular biology or related field.
- Excellent time management and organisation skills in planning and managing laboratory activities for large groups
- Practical experience with health & safety compliance in a research and teaching environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to provide accurate record keeping.
Ng huatanga kei a mtou What we offer
The University of Auckland is New Zealands leading University and maintains significant computational laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the worlds most liveable cities.
The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:
Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
Up to 6.75 company superannuation scheme
A competitive salary with five weeks annual leave
In addition we also offer career development programs discounted car parking a generous parental leave allowance childcare and other discounts on internal and external services.
For more information please visit Staff Benefits.
Me phea te tuku tono How to apply
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 27th April 2025 to be considered. We may close this advert early if we have a large number of applications. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to the Wendy Payne (Technical Team Leader) via for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.
Additional Information :
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Mori Pacific women LGBTQIATakatpuiMVPFAFF people with disabilities parenting support flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
